The performance of president Ruto

William Ruto has been President of Kenya for 2 years. During these years he has decreed, introduced and implemented a lot. Not everything has worked. Many things were rejected by the people, some decrees were stopped or put on hold by the court. One of these decrees, namely the one setting up a task force to deal with human resources in the health sector, was declared unconstitutional. This was the decision of the Supreme Court. Judge Bahati Mwamuye, in setting aside the order setting up the task force, ordered the Ministry of Health to fully implement the Kenya Health Human Resource Advisory Council within 30 days. The judge also rejected a request by the counsel for the Ministry of Health and the task force to stay his decision. "I am satisfied that a 30-day stay would result in a report that would be the roots of a poisonous tree, especially after the task force was found unconstitutional," the judge said. That is what happened this week. Let's take a look at William Ruto's performance. From what I understand as of October 2023, William Ruto, the President of Kenya, has faced criticism and challenges in various areas since assuming office in September 2022. However, whether he has “failed” on certain orders or policies is subjective and depends on individual perspectives and political opinions. Below are some areas where his administration has faced criticism or challenges: Economic Management- High cost of living: Many Kenyans have expressed dissatisfaction with the rising cost of basic food, fuel and other essential goods. - The introduction of new taxes such as the housing levy and increased fuel taxes have been controversial and unpopular with citizens and businesses.  Unemployment and job creation: - Despite promises to create jobs, unemployment remains a major problem, especially among youth. Corruption and governance- Critics argue that corruption remains rampant and the government has not done enough to effectively tackle it. Dealing with the opposition – Ruto's government has been accused of suppressing opposition voices, particularly during protests led by opposition leader Raila Odinga. Police use of violence during demonstrations has drawn criticism from human rights groups. Healthcare and education – Challenges in the health system, including strikes by medical staff, and problems in the education sector, such as delays in funding for schools, have been points of contention. Climate change and environmental policy – ​​While Ruto has positioned himself as a champion of climate action, some critics argue that his policies are not sufficiently implemented or do not adequately address local environmental challenges. Foreign policy – ​​Some critics question the effectiveness of Kenya's foreign policy under Ruto, particularly in balancing relations with global powers and managing regional conflicts. It is important to note that these criticisms are part of the political discourse and Ruto's supporters may argue that his government has made progress in various areas.